DUI Defense Attorney in Connecticut

Protecting Your License, Your Record, and Your Future

Being charged with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Connecticut can be an overwhelming experience. A DUI conviction could threaten your ability to drive, job, financial security, freedom, criminal history, and reputation in the community. You don’t need to face it alone. I help clients across Connecticut navigate the complexities of DUI cases and fight DUI charges in order to protect what matters most.

Connecticut DUI Laws: What You Need to Know

In Connecticut, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concetration (BAC) of:

  • 0.08% or higher if you’re 21 or older

  • 0.04% or higher if you’re a driving a commercial motor vehicle

  • .02% or higher if you’re under 21

It is important to note that you can also be charged with a DUI even if your BAC is below the legal limit, if the police claim you were “impaired” by alcohol or drugs at the time of operation.

Possible Penalties for a DUI Conviction

Penalties depend on whether this is your first, second, third, or subsequent offense, but can include the following:

  • License suspension by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

  • Jail time or probation

  • Ignition Interlock Device (IID) requirements

  • Fines and court fees

  • Criminal record visible to employers and the public

  • Community service

  • Participation in alcohol education or victim impact panels

  • Substance abuse evaluation and treatment

Even first-time DUI offenses can have lasting consequences, which is why legal help is critical at every stage in this process.

How I Can Help You

As a criminal defense attorney, I have helped hundreds of clients navigate every stage of the DUI process, which includes:

  • Challenging the traffic stop or arrest

  • Reviewing breathalyzer, blood, or urine tests

  • Analyzing police body worn and dash cameras

  • Evaluating the field sobriety testing done

  • Representing you in DMV-related hearings

  • Negotiating for reduced charges, diversionary programs, or dismissals, depending on the circumstances for each case

  • Explaining all of the facts and evidence in the case, and taking your case to trial, if necessary

My goal is always to minimize the impact on your life, or to have your case dismissed entirely.